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CPSC recall · Reported January 14, 2016

School Specialty Expands NeoRok Stools Recall Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

The stool can break during use, posing a fall hazard.

Recall #
16721
Affected scope
About 6,000 (About 1,350 were recalled in June 2015. In addition, about 800 were sold in Canada)
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School Specialty Inc., of Greenville, Wis. recalled This recall involves new and previously recalled 18-inch tall and 20-inch tall Classroom ….

School Specialty Expands NeoRok Stools Recall Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled by School Specialty Inc., of Greenville, Wis. in January 14, 2016. Reason: The stool can break during use, posing a fall hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stools and contact School Specialty …. Verify recall #16721 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

School Specialty Inc., of Greenville, Wis. issued this CPSC recall-The stool can break during use, posing a fall hazard..

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January 14, 2016
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16721 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

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Product description

This recall involves new and previously recalled 18-inch tall and 20-inch tall Classroom Select NeoRok Stools with a tilting and rocking feature, for use by children in the classroom. The stools have a round black rubber seat insert with a solid color plastic seat and black rimmed base. The Classroom Select logo is printed on one side of the base and the NeoRok name is printed on the other side of the base. The stools were sold in 12 colors: Cardinal (red), Claret (maroon), Ebony (black), Imperial (blue), Lilac (purple), Marine (navy blue), Nickel (silver), Paprika (orange), Periwinkle (light blue), Pistachio (green), Saffron (yellow) and Slate (gray). Recalled 18-inch stools are item number 1496340 and recalled 20-inch stools are item number 1496342.

Reason for recall

The stool can break during use, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stools and contact School Specialty for a full refund or merchandise credit. Consumers who received replacement stools in the previous recall should also contact the School Specialty for a full refund or merchandise credit. School Specialty is contacting consumers directly.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 16721
Date reported January 14, 2016
Date initiated January 14, 2016
Recalling firm School Specialty Inc., of Greenville, Wis.
Affected scope About 6,000 (About 1,350 were recalled in June 2015. In addition, about 800 were sold in Canada)
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stools and contact School Specialty for a full refund or merchandise credit.…

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  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves new and previously recalled 18-inch tall and 20-inch tall Classroom Select NeoRok Stools with a tilting and rocking feature, for use by children in the classroom. The stools have a round black rubber seat insert with a solid color plastic seat and black rimmed base. The Classroom Select logo is printed on one side of the base and the NeoRok name is printed on the other side of the base. The stools were sold in 12 colors: Cardinal (red), Claret (maroon), Ebony (black), Imperial (blue), Lilac (purple), Marine (navy blue), Nickel (silver), Paprika (orange), Periwinkle (light blue), Pistachio (green), Saffron (yellow) and Slate (gray). Recalled 18-inch stools are item number 1496340 and recalled 20-inch stools are item number 1496342.. Recalled by School Specialty Inc., of Greenville, Wis.. Units affected: About 6,000 (About 1,350 were recalled in June 2015. In addition, about 800 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The stool can break during use, posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stools and contact School Specialty for a full refund or merchandise credit. Consumers who received replacement stools in the previous recall should also contact the School Specialty for a full refund or merchandise credit. School Specialty is contacting consumers directly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 14, 2016. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 16721.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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